Finding Your Shine

Today brings a very special episode of Healing Hormones as I welcome back Sarah Beth of Sarah Beth Yoga a long SIX years after her first appearance on the show. Back then, her little one was just a baby, our businesses were in dramatically different places, and of course – I hadn't become a mama yet myself. We share a really warm and expansive conversation as we connect dots from the past and look at where our progress might take us in the future.Sarah gets super personal in this one, telling us about a traumatic deck collapse experience and resulting PTSD, a confusing and dangerous ectopic pregnancy, the ups and downs that her business and family has gone through since we last spoke, and so much more.I'm glad we were able to connect like this again to illustrate a long term story of motherhood and doing your best in the world – other than my own! You can check out Sarah Beth's incredible YouTube channel to see her in action.We Chat About:Traumatic deck collapse storyScaling Sarah Beth Yoga Making positive changes in family life Postpartum anxiety and depressionEctopic pregnancyWrestling with mom guiltTherapeutic ketamineRoutines and making spaceResources:Listen to Sarah Beth's first episode on the podcast – back when we were still Wine & Shine!Website: sarahbethyoga.comYouTube: SarahBethYogaInstagram: @sarahbethyogaFacebook: Sarah Beth YogaTwitter: @sarahbethyogaApp: Sarah Beth YogaConnect With Me:Join my FREE FAM Training: Prevent Pregnancy Naturally + Ditch the Pill Without FearFree Fertility CallSync Your Life & Menstrual CycleInstagram: @nourishedwithninaHealing Hormones is produced by Crate Media.Mentioned in this episode:FAM TrainingLearn how to prevent pregnancy naturally and ditch birth control without fear. This training is for women who have been thinking about getting off birth control and have questions about fertility awareness method (FAM).Join my FREE FAM Training

Today's guest on Healing Hormones is Dr. Kayla Borchers. She is a physical therapist, prenatal and postpartum corrective exercise specialist, board-certified orthopedic clinical specialist, and a certified yoga teacher with a passion for helping active families thrive. She's also here in Columbus, Ohio, which was such an exciting discovery!We talk about her new boutique pelvic floor physical therapy practice, work/life/parenting balance, managing chronic pain, and so much more. Pregnancy or not, there are so many women that are struggling with lower back pain, hip pain, pelvic floor pain, and other physical issues that linger in the background of their lives – sapping the enjoyment and comfort that we all deserve. If this sounds like you, this is the perfect episode to soak up. Dr. Kayla brings a well-rounded and reachable perspective to the show and I can't wait to work with her, myself. We Chat About:Background at Ohio State UniversityLaunching her own practice The truth about rest and recovery Where's all the pregnancy knowledge?When it's ok to have a second child Keeping to a schedule Weight of a healthy babyDr. Borchers on diastasis rectiResources:Website: drkaylaborchers.comLinkedin: Dr. Kayla BorchersInstagram: @drkaylaborchersConnect With Me:Join my FREE FAM Training: Prevent Pregnancy Naturally + Ditch the Pill Without FearFree Fertility CallSync Your Life & Menstrual CycleInstagram: @nourishedwithninaHealing Hormones is produced by Crate Media.Mentioned in this episode:FAM TrainingLearn how to prevent pregnancy naturally and ditch birth control without fear. This training is for women who have been thinking about getting off birth control and have questions about fertility awareness method (FAM).Join my FREE FAM Training

Today, I am joined by Mel Angus from Tempdrop. She's a certified fertility awareness educator and heads the brand's customer support and user experience department. Tempdrop is basically the easiest way to track your basal body temperature – I recommend it to all of my clients. Don't worry, we get into how, why, and all the techy details in this one. And if you're interested in getting your own Tempdrop device, you can visit tempdrop.com and use the code NINA12 for 12% off!We Chat About:Inspiration behind TempdropHow to use itWhat makes Tempdrop different?Its algorithm and other usesHelping to conceive Not all thermometers are the sameHormone health and our charts The fifth vital signTracking metabolic healthDefining basal body temperature (BBT)How to wear it correctly and comfortably Resources:Blog: Nina mentions a blog on wearables Instagram: @tempdropWebsite: tempdrop.com – use code NINA12 for 12% off!Connect With Me:Join my FREE FAM Training: Prevent Pregnancy Naturally + Ditch the Pill Without FearFree Fertility CallSync Your Life & Menstrual CycleInstagram: @nourishedwithninaHealing Hormones is produced by Crate Media.Mentioned in this episode:FAM TrainingLearn how to prevent pregnancy naturally and ditch birth control without fear. This training is for women who have been thinking about getting off birth control and have questions about fertility awareness method (FAM).Join my FREE FAM Training

Today on the show, I am talking to Dr. Alyssa Dweck, who is a practicing gynecologist and the chief medical officer of Bonafide Womens Health Supplements. An OB GYN for over twenty-five years with a special interest in menopausal health and training in female sexual health, she's been all over TV and magazines as a top expert in her field.We talk a lot about low estrogen symptoms – what if you're experiencing these symptoms in your thirties? What do you need to be aware of when you're heading into perimenopause and menopause? And, where do postpartum hormone shifts fit into the equation?We also go deep on ways to eat to help support hormone balance, hormonal replacement therapy, lifestyle triggers (good and bad), and so much more. And of course, I ask the mega question of how OB GYNs are feeling about fertility awareness method and other natural cycle tracking options gaining traction in the space.We Chat About:Early or post-partum perimenopausal symptoms When it's time to see a doctor The thyroid's all-knowing roleComing off the pill Eating disorders and excessive exercise Stress and our hormonesDefining PMSBonafide Health SupplementsShift in women seeking informationCycle tracking appsPostpartum depressionEating to support our hormonesHormonal replacement therapy (and alternatives)Birth control and our sex livesDr. Dweck on FAMResources:Bonafide: hellobonafide.comSerenol: hellobonafide.com/products/serenolWebsite: drdweck.comRead Your Body: readyourbody.comThe Swan Story: swanstudy.orgConnect With Me:Join my FREE FAM Training: Prevent Pregnancy Naturally + Ditch the Pill Without FearFree Fertility CallSync Your Life & Menstrual CycleInstagram: @nourishedwithninaHealing Hormones is produced by Crate Media.Mentioned in this episode:FAM TrainingLearn how to prevent pregnancy naturally and ditch birth control without fear. This training is for women who have been thinking about getting off birth control and have questions about fertility awareness method (FAM).Join my FREE FAM Training

Emily Pereira is an international retreat leader, yoga teacher, and women's coach who has, after 13 years of intensive and extensive spiritual training and exploration, amassed a treasure trove of astonishing wisdom practices – and a memoir that details it all. She's used her vast life and health experiences – from a painful drawn out diagnosis, to a surprise breakup, revealing plant medicine ceremonies, a deep dive into cellular regeneration, and so much more – to heal her own story and transform so many other womens' lives through the magic of reconnecting with self and leaning into our innate sense of creativity. In this conversation, we talk about how she got started on her soul's path and the many twists and turns that have brought her to her current home, Costa Rica, and helped her call in a loving partner and two young kids. There are so many beautiful stories and connections within this podcast – I know you'll love it! We Chat About: Experience of freezing her eggs Reclaiming her health after a very painful diagnosis   Turning every stone on the way to recovery  Calling in a child at 39  The body reset of pregnancy  Iowaska plant medicine ceremony Detox for cellular regeneration Acid and alkaline balance in the body Knowing our inner child Connecting to our innate wisdom  Flexing your creativity  Resources: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emily_begins/?hl=en (@emily_begins) Retreat: https://emilypereira.com/retreat/ (emilypereira.com/retreat) Read: https://www.amazon.com/Quest-Hollywood-Amazon-Jungle-Womans/dp/1950367444 (The Quest: From the Hollywood Hills to the Amazon Jungle) Creative Minds Montessori School: https://creativeminds.org/ (creativeminds.org) Connect With Me: Join my FREE FAM Training: http://nourishedwithnina.com/famtraining (Prevent Pregnancy Naturally + Ditch the Pill Without Fear) http://www.calendly.com/nourishedwithnina/discovery (Free Fertility Call) https://nourished-with-nina.ck.page/b5b46324e9 (Sync Your Life & Menstrual Cycle) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nourishedwithnina/ (@nourishedwithnina) Healing Hormones is produced by http://crate.media/ (Crate Media). Mentioned in this episode: FAM Training Learn how to prevent pregnancy naturally and ditch birth control without fear. This training is for women who have been thinking about getting off birth control and have questions about fertility awareness method (FAM). https://healinghormones.captivate.fm/fam (Join my FREE FAM Training)

Today's guest on Healing Hormones is Avanti Kumar-Singh, MD, a former ER doctor turned ayurvedic healer. Finding the ancient Indian medical practice after – you guessed it – experiencing her own health and wellness issues that traditional medicine could not address in a way that relieved her symptoms, she knew there had to be a better way. Ayurveda relies on a natural approach to physical and mental health; getting closer to nature is the goal. In this conversation, she gives us very practical tools of how we can start to implement its principles into our lives, simply, so that we can start to heal the body. We also talk about finding balance between ancient and modern practices, another common theme we hear on this podcast. In this respect, Dr. Singh's is another voice that sings in those gray areas – because there really is no black and white when it comes to staying healthy. We Chat About: Avanti's upbringing and cultural expectations Importance of ancestral knowledge  Her health issues in medical school Connection between mind, body, spirit Finding balance in your health routines Ayurveda 101 Removing toxins from your life Tips for a more holistic lifestyle  Resources: Take the Free Quiz:  https://www.avantikumarsingh.com/quiz (avantikumarsingh.com/quiz ) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/avantikumarsingh/?hl=en (@avantikumarsingh) Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/avanti-kumar-singh-md/ (Avanti Kumar-Singh, MD) Connect With Me: Join my FREE FAM Training: http://nourishedwithnina.com/famtraining (Prevent Pregnancy Naturally + Ditch the Pill Without Fear) http://www.calendly.com/nourishedwithnina/discovery (Free Fertility Call) https://nourished-with-nina.ck.page/b5b46324e9 (Sync Your Life & Menstrual Cycle) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nourishedwithnina/ (@nourishedwithnina) Healing Hormones is produced by http://crate.media/ (Crate Media). Mentioned in this episode: FAM Training Learn how to prevent pregnancy naturally and ditch birth control without fear. This training is for women who have been thinking about getting off birth control and have questions about fertility awareness method (FAM). https://healinghormones.captivate.fm/fam (Join my FREE FAM Training)

Today's guest is Tamar Samuels, a registered Dietitian Nutritionist, National Board Certified Health Coach, and the co-founder of https://culinahealth.com/ (Culina Health). In this episode, we talk a lot about how, when you're trying to heal the root cause of what's going on, whether it's gut issues, hormone health, thyroid disorders – really, whatever it is – it can cause us to have a lot of disordered eating tendencies and black-and-white thinking that actually ends up doing a lot more harm than good. We talk about the benefits of eating the rainbow and dig into some practical things you can do to get out of a disordered eating mindset and choose foods that are going to be healing of inflammation, balancing for hormones, and helpful for the thyroid. Tamar also shares some resources that you can look into if you are looking for additional professional support. We Chat About: Changing your relationship with cooking Low FODMAP dieting   Challenges of restrictive eating   Overcoming black-and-white thinking Deciphering clinical research PCOS and thyroid issues  Eating the rainbow Benefits of working with a professional Culina Health services and approach Resources: https://www.localharvest.org/columbus-oh/csa (Find a Produce Delivery Service Near You) https://cooking.nytimes.com/ (New York Times Recipes) Website: https://culinahealth.com/ (Culina Health) Website: https://www.allgreatnutrition.com/ (All Great Nutrition) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/culinahealth/ (@culinahealth) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tamarsamuels.rd/?hl=en (@tamarsamuels.rd) Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tamar-samuels-ms-rd-cdn-964311aa (Tamar Samuels MS, RD, CDN) Connect With Me: Join my FREE FAM Training: http://nourishedwithnina.com/famtraining (Prevent Pregnancy Naturally + Ditch the Pill Without Fear) http://www.calendly.com/nourishedwithnina/discovery (Free Fertility Call) https://nourished-with-nina.ck.page/b5b46324e9 (Sync Your Life & Menstrual Cycle) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nourishedwithnina/ (@nourishedwithnina) Healing Hormones is produced by http://crate.media/ (Crate Media). Mentioned in this episode: FAM Training Learn how to prevent pregnancy naturally and ditch birth control without fear. This training is for women who have been thinking about getting off birth control and have questions about fertility awareness method (FAM). https://healinghormones.captivate.fm/fam (Join my FREE FAM Training)

Today on the show, I am talking to Courtney Babilya, who is a fitness nurse and mom of two on a mission to help women find their way out of diet culture, and back into their power, through sustainable fitness and cyclical living. We talk about her difficult rock bottom, complicated further by a misdiagnosis of bipolar syndrome and some challenging reactions to the medications she was prescribed. Constantly fighting her own body with overtraining and an eating disorder, something had to change. Her success story is as inspiring as it is educational.  Of course we touch on her experience with different birth control measures, from a “lost” arm implant to an immediate decision to ditch her NuvaRing. Today's most important and most actionable advice, though, comes in the form of Courtney's 2022-proof fitness routines, and how we can and should be considering our cycle when planning out our workouts. There's no shame in this game; being active, healthy, and fit does not mean being in the gym everyday. NEW! Starting October 10th – Courtney and I are launching a special bundle, combining LUNA with the Keeping Balance Method for a single low price. My listeners are the first to know, https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe98Ta4KGzcXzjq9VB5x1gyNo-DMllCLfxaOp9IlGDSfFW5ng/viewform (and you can sign up and join the waitlist right now). We Chat About: Courney's background in gymnastics Living with a bipolar (mis)diagnosis  Recovering from rock bottom Complications with the NuvaRing Workout plans and diet habits  How motherhood changes things Schedule workouts based on your cycle Resources: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/courtneykeepingbalance/?hl=en (@courtneykeepingbalance) Website: https://courtneykeepingbalance.com/ (courtneykeepingbalance.com) Connect With Me: Join my FREE FAM Training: http://nourishedwithnina.com/famtraining (Prevent Pregnancy Naturally + Ditch the Pill Without Fear) http://www.calendly.com/nourishedwithnina/discovery (Free Fertility Call) https://nourished-with-nina.ck.page/b5b46324e9 (Sync Your Life & Menstrual Cycle) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nourishedwithnina/ (@nourishedwithnina) Healing Hormones is produced by http://crate.media/ (Crate Media). Mentioned in this episode: FAM Training Learn how to prevent pregnancy naturally and ditch birth control without fear. This training is for women who have been thinking about getting off birth control and have questions about fertility awareness method (FAM). https://healinghormones.captivate.fm/fam (Join my FREE FAM Training)

Does this sound like you? You're considering ditching birth control and finally starting Fertility Awareness Method … but you're feeling totally stuck. On one hand, you're so nervous to stop the pill because you've been on it more years than you can count, and on the other hand, you're terrified of getting pregnant. It feels so paralyzing! I hear these fears a lot and you're absolutely not alone. The best way to ease the fear of transitioning to FAM (aka natural birth control) is to become more educated and confident in the method before taking the leap! In this episode, I have compiled some of the most common Fertility Awareness Method questions I get about learning FAM after years on birth control. I hope it helps answer a few of your burning questions, too, and gives you the boost of confidence you need to start FAM! We Chat About: Can I learn FAM while I'm still on hormonal birth control? Can I learn Fertility Awareness Method while still having a copper IUD? How long does it take to learn the Fertility Awareness Method successfully? Do I need a course or can I learn FAM on my own? I want to work with a certified instructor! When is the best time to  join LUNA? Can I extend my LUNA Membership if I still need your support beyond 6-months? Connect With Me: Join my FREE FAM Training: http://nourishedwithnina.com/famtraining (Prevent Pregnancy Naturally + Ditch the Pill Without Fear) http://www.calendly.com/nourishedwithnina/discovery (Free Fertility Call) https://nourished-with-nina.ck.page/b5b46324e9 (Sync Your Life & Menstrual Cycle) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nourishedwithnina/ (@nourishedwithnina) Healing Hormones is produced by http://crate.media/ (Crate Media). Mentioned in this episode: FAM Training Learn how to prevent pregnancy naturally and ditch birth control without fear. This training is for women who have been thinking about getting off birth control and have questions about fertility awareness method (FAM). https://healinghormones.captivate.fm/fam (Join my FREE FAM Training)

Many women who are looking towards natural birth control (aka http://www.nourishedwithnina.com/famtraining (Fertility Awareness Method)) are curious about the rise in popularity of wearable thermometers. With a variety of temperature tracking devices out there, it poses the question: how do these new technologies compare in both ease and accuracy? These are important questions to ask when choosing a thermometer for natural birth control accuracy! Recently, there have been two big advancements in wearable thermometers for natural birth control: (1) the collaboration between https://www.naturalcycles.com/oura (OURA Ring and Natural Cycles), and (2) the https://www.apple.com/apple-watch-series-8/?afid=p238%7Cs4SPkiwtu-dc_mtid_20925qtb42335_pcrid_620373763636_pgrid_142097054098_&cid=wwa-us-kwgo-watch-slid---Brand-AppleWatchSeries8-announce- (Apple Watch series 8) new integrated fertility features. So, are these devices a good option when tracking your basal body temperature for birth control accuracy? I'll get into all this and more on today's episode. Resources: https://www.naturalcycles.com/oura (OURA Ring + Natural Cycles) https://www.apple.com/apple-watch-series-8/?afid=p238%7Cs4SPkiwtu-dc_mtid_20925qtb42335_pcrid_620373763636_pgrid_142097054098_&cid=wwa-us-kwgo-watch-slid---Brand-AppleWatchSeries8-announce- (Apple Watch Series 8) http://www.tempdrop.com/discount/NINA10 (TempDrop) (use code ‘NINA12' for 12% off) Connect With Me: Join my FREE FAM Training: http://nourishedwithnina.com/famtraining (Prevent Pregnancy Naturally + Ditch the Pill Without Fear) http://www.calendly.com/nourishedwithnina/discovery (Free Fertility Call) https://nourished-with-nina.ck.page/b5b46324e9 (Sync Your Life & Menstrual Cycle) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nourishedwithnina/ (@nourishedwithnina) Healing Hormones is produced by http://crate.media/ (Crate Media). Mentioned in this episode: FAM Training Learn how to prevent pregnancy naturally and ditch birth control without fear. This training is for women who have been thinking about getting off birth control and have questions about fertility awareness method (FAM). https://healinghormones.captivate.fm/fam (Join my FREE FAM Training)

We've all heard it online and all over social media – that you can only get pregnant during a five or six day window each month, aligning with the presence of your more fertile cervical mucus. But, what if your CM is here to party most of the month? Especially for those of us practicing Fertility Awareness Method (FAM), the risks in not knowing for sure are huge.  In this solo episode, I break down this issue, why such black-and-white advice actually doesn't apply to the incredible range of individuality in the human body, and why the answer – as it always is – is understanding yourself on a deeper level.  We Chat About: Ideal environment for sperm Are you fertile all month if cervical mucus is present? Observing and understanding CM Tracking your pattern over time Resources: https://nourishedwithnina.com/pod/all-about-phexxi-the-hormone-free-birth-control-with-saundra-pelletier/ (All About Phexxi, the Hormone-Free Birth Control with Saundra Pelletier) Need link to article about the withdrawal method   Connect With Me: Join my FREE FAM Training: http://nourishedwithnina.com/famtraining (Prevent Pregnancy Naturally + Ditch the Pill Without Fear) http://www.calendly.com/nourishedwithnina/discovery (Free Fertility Call) https://nourished-with-nina.ck.page/b5b46324e9 (Sync Your Life & Menstrual Cycle) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nourishedwithnina/ (@nourishedwithnina) Healing Hormones is produced by http://crate.media/ (Crate Media). Mentioned in this episode: FAM Training Learn how to prevent pregnancy naturally and ditch birth control without fear. This training is for women who have been thinking about getting off birth control and have questions about fertility awareness method (FAM). https://healinghormones.captivate.fm/fam (Join my FREE FAM Training)

My guest today, Kitty Blomfeld, is just like so many of us, having gone through a cycle of dieting, binging, and doing things she thought were good for her body (like heavily restrictive practices), but were actively hurting it. Her health and wellness travels brought her to weight training, and then everything changed. Through regimented eating and training routines, Kitty got truly healthy. Now, she shares her learnings through NuStrength, her online program coaching women on how to get healthy, and feel healthy, while eating more and training less. It's all about knowledge, knowing how your body will react to certain foods and eating accordingly. Let's get into it! We Chat About: Kitty's Dieting journey Finding weight training and bodybuilding Training women online The benefits of tracking your food intake Resources: NuStrength: https://www.nustrength.com.au/ (nustrength.com.au) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kittyblomfield/?hl=en (@kittyblomfield) Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/weight-loss-for-women-eat-more-train-less-get-results/id1488713797 (Weight Loss for Women) Connect With Me: Join my FREE FAM Training: http://nourishedwithnina.com/famtraining (Prevent Pregnancy Naturally + Ditch the Pill Without Fear) http://www.calendly.com/nourishedwithnina/discovery (Free Fertility Call) https://nourished-with-nina.ck.page/b5b46324e9 (Sync Your Life & Menstrual Cycle) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nourishedwithnina/ (@nourishedwithnina) Healing Hormones is produced by http://crate.media/ (Crate Media). Mentioned in this episode: FAM Training Learn how to prevent pregnancy naturally and ditch birth control without fear. This training is for women who have been thinking about getting off birth control and have questions about fertility awareness method (FAM). https://healinghormones.captivate.fm/fam (Join my FREE FAM Training)

Today's well-informed guest on Healing Hormones is Jessica Drummond, DCN, CNS, PT, NBC-HWC (!). She is the founder and CEO of The Integrative Women's Health Institute and the author of Outsmart Endometriosis.  Jessica's worked with women on their chronic pelvic pain for more than twenty years, she facilitates educational programs for women health professionals in more than 60 countries globally, and leads virtual wellness programs for people with endometriosis. It's safe to say that Jessica is a world leader in menstrual and reproductive health.  Today, we're tackling a much-requested topic as it relates to Dr. Drummond's expertise: how COVID, long-COVID, and the vaccine are affecting our cycles. Jessica's dealt with long-COVID, herself, and comes from an empathic POV on these important questions. We Chat About: Dr. Drummond's background What is long-COVID? COVID and autoimmune COVID and menopause How does it affect men? Changes in cycles  Resources: https://integrativewomenshealthinstitute.com/ (The Integrative Women's Health Institute) Read: https://www.amazon.com/Dr.-Jessica-Drummond/e/B07LB8KMH6%3Fref=dbs_a_mng_rwt_scns_share (Dr. Jessica Drummond on Amazon) Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessicarobilottodrummond/ (Jessica (Robilotto) Drummond) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessrdrummond/?hl=en (@jessrdrummond) Connect With Me: Join my FREE FAM Training: http://nourishedwithnina.com/famtraining (Prevent Pregnancy Naturally + Ditch the Pill Without Fear) http://www.calendly.com/nourishedwithnina/discovery (Free Fertility Call) https://nourished-with-nina.ck.page/b5b46324e9 (Sync Your Life & Menstrual Cycle) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nourishedwithnina/ (@nourishedwithnina) Healing Hormones is produced by http://crate.media/ (Crate Media). Mentioned in this episode: FAM Training Learn how to prevent pregnancy naturally and ditch birth control without fear. This training is for women who have been thinking about getting off birth control and have questions about fertility awareness method (FAM). https://healinghormones.captivate.fm/fam (Join my FREE FAM Training)

Through her work as a scientist, award-winning skincare formulator, and acne expert – and her amazing blog, Honesty For Your Skin – Cheryl Woodman helps women who've tried everything under the sun to treat their acne and still feel stuck at rock bottom.  She joins the show today to teach us about skin care that leads to healthy, happy, clear skin you can feel comfortable and confident in. Who doesn't want that? We break down the science behind it all, how our diets impact our skin (remember: our biggest organ!), and how you can take back control of your skin health without the need for medications which can contribute to other tricky problems in the body. As always, this is a safe space! We're not judging or pouring more negativity on a subject that, while totally superficial, is such a big trigger point for so many women. Tune in as we listen, learn, and heal as a community! We Chat About: Learn what causes acne  How does our diet impact our skin? How are hormones involved?  Treatment options  Acne protocol tips  Resources: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/honestyforskin/?hl=en (@honestyforskin) Twitter: https://twitter.com/honestyforskin?lang=en (@honestyforskin) Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cheryl-woodman-01357b39/?originalSubdomain=uk (Cheryl Woodman) Freebie: https://mailchi.mp/honestyforyourskin/free-acne-diet-cheatsheet-nina (Get Your Free Acne Cheatsheet) Course: http://honesty-for-your-skin.teachable.com/p/acne-warrior-affiliate/?affcode=87312_ (Acne Warrior) Website: https://www.honestyforyourskin.co.uk/ (Honesty For Your Skin) Connect With Me: Join my FREE FAM Training: http://nourishedwithnina.com/famtraining (Prevent Pregnancy Naturally + Ditch the Pill Without Fear) http://www.calendly.com/nourishedwithnina/discovery (Free Fertility Call) https://nourished-with-nina.ck.page/b5b46324e9 (Sync Your Life & Menstrual Cycle) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nourishedwithnina/ (@nourishedwithnina) Healing Hormones is produced by http://crate.media/ (Crate Media). Mentioned in this episode: FAM Training Learn how to prevent pregnancy naturally and ditch birth control without fear. This training is for women who have been thinking about getting off birth control and have questions about fertility awareness method (FAM). https://healinghormones.captivate.fm/fam (Join my FREE FAM Training)

My guest today, Lahana Vigliano, is the CEO of Nuvitru Wellness and a board-certified and holistic clinical nutritionist in Austin, TX. She's here to answer all of our questions about stress – where does it come from, how can we reduce it, and what is it really doing in our bodies? She also asks some of her own – teaching us to question our food choices, what's actually in your control, and what isn't? It's time to get honest with ourselves, and shame is not invited to the party. Our bodies are so evolutionarily driven that when stress crops up, we can't distinguish if we're being chased by a lion, or are just stuck in traffic. It's only natural that women's bodies would try to shut down ovulation in times of danger as those would, to our body, seem like a pretty bad time to bring a child into the world – right?! Lahana is wise beyond her years, sharing so many actionable tips in this one that you'll want to grab a notepad. The key though, as she explains, is not letting your brand new anti-stress routine stress you out. Start with what feels natural – try spending time in nature, journaling, or breathwork – and build from there. We Chat About: Lahana's background in medicine  Can you kill it? Food selection tips Easy steps to less stress What stress does to our body The body's evolutionary journey Resources: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nuvitruwellness/?hl=en (@nuvitruwellness) Website: https://nuvitruwellness.com/about-lahana/ (About Lahana) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lahana-vigliano-ms-ccn-a6a292106/ (Lahana Vigliano, MS, CCN) https://open.spotify.com/episode/2hESYLd36Fn6Q6dplKPAB6?si=Puuem2x1S9OweXBMYCMtEw (Red Light Therapy & the Mighty Mitochondria with Dr. Mike Belkowski #135) Connect With Me: Join my FREE FAM Training: http://nourishedwithnina.com/famtraining (Prevent Pregnancy Naturally + Ditch the Pill Without Fear) http://www.calendly.com/nourishedwithnina/discovery (Free Fertility Call) https://nourished-with-nina.ck.page/b5b46324e9 (Sync Your Life & Menstrual Cycle) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nourishedwithnina/ (@nourishedwithnina) Healing Hormones is produced by http://crate.media/ (Crate Media). Mentioned in this episode: FAM Training Learn how to prevent pregnancy naturally and ditch birth control without fear. This training is for women who have been thinking about getting off birth control and have questions about fertility awareness method (FAM). https://healinghormones.captivate.fm/fam (Join my FREE FAM Training)

Today, we're talking about the Copper IUD. There are so many questions about this hormone-free birth control product. And luckily, there's tons of research on it. Let's talk about how it's used, risks, and of course, effectiveness. How long does it stay in? How does it affect our FAM practice? And, isn't copper toxic?  This episode isn't intended to scare anybody from the Copper IUD. At the end of the day you should feel empowered to choose the form of birth control that is right for you. You should have the info, research, and tools to decide what fits best with you, your lifestyle, and your fertility needs. We Chat About: Review of the basics Symptoms and side effects What are the risks of toxicity? Copper and estrogen Effects on FAM practice Connect With Me: Join my FREE FAM Training: http://nourishedwithnina.com/famtraining (Prevent Pregnancy Naturally + Ditch the Pill Without Fear) http://www.calendly.com/nourishedwithnina/discovery (Free Fertility Call) https://nourished-with-nina.ck.page/b5b46324e9 (Sync Your Life & Menstrual Cycle) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nourishedwithnina/ (@nourishedwithnina) Healing Hormones is produced and published by http://crate.media/ (Crate Media). Mentioned in this episode: FAM Training Learn how to prevent pregnancy naturally and ditch birth control without fear. This training is for women who have been thinking about getting off birth control and have questions about fertility awareness method (FAM). https://healinghormones.captivate.fm/fam (Join my FREE FAM Training)

Maddie Miles is a fellow podcaster in the hormone space, hosting “peace. love. hormones. By The Maddie Miles” since 2020. She joins the show today to talk about her personal health journey battling the negative effects of antibiotics, birth control pills, lyme disease, and anorexia.  In and out of programs for eight long years, we talk about Maddie's eventual wakeup call experience overseas which flipped the switch in her mind that it was time to get better. Since then, she's been a learning machine, focusing on an integrative approach to overall wellness and coming to terms with the amazing beauty that is our four menstrual phases – and has committed herself to spreading the word! We Chat About: Maddie's early health issues Her experience with anorexia Going “Beyond the Pill” Working in unison with the 4 phases  Ritualizing our cycles Resources: Website: https://www.peacelovehormones.com/ (Peace. Love. Hormones.) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themaddiemiles/?hl=en (@theemaddiemiles) Twitter: https://twitter.com/themaddiemiles (@themaddiemiles) Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maddie-m-580942b6/ (Maddie M.) Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/peace-love-hormones-by-the-maddie-miles/id1545766816 (peace. love. hormones. By The Maddie Miles) Connect With Me: Join my FREE FAM Training: http://nourishedwithnina.com/famtraining (Prevent Pregnancy Naturally + Ditch the Pill Without Fear) http://www.calendly.com/nourishedwithnina/discovery (Free Fertility Call) https://nourished-with-nina.ck.page/b5b46324e9 (Sync Your Life & Menstrual Cycle) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nourishedwithnina/ (@nourishedwithnina) Healing Hormones is produced and published by http://crate.media/ (Crate Media). Mentioned in this episode: FAM Training Learn how to prevent pregnancy naturally and ditch birth control without fear. This training is for women who have been thinking about getting off birth control and have questions about fertility awareness method (FAM). https://healinghormones.captivate.fm/fam (Join my FREE FAM Training)

Cassy Joy Garcia is a New York Times bestselling author and the creative force behind popular wellness editorial site, Fed + Fit. Her mission is to make cooking more manageable, especially for moms – which is why I am personally so excited to share this one with you. Once she had her first child, Cassy was looking for ways to still eat healthy but take out some of the work from cooking. This led her to develop the “cook once” method for meal prep, a genius time saving concept that she's written about at length. It's not all quick and easy either, she's also committed to making intimidating dishes seem more attainable for the average person cooking at home. Her message is an empowering one, and I can attest to her recipes being both easy to prepare and delicious to eat. Keep an ear out for her cute young kids in the background of this one! We Chat About: Her inspirations for  Fed + Fit Benefits to meal prepping Making cooking less intimidating Starting simple   Confidence in the kitchen  Resources: https://www.amazon.com/Cook-Once-Dinner-Fix-Transform/dp/1982167262 (Cook Once by Cassy Joy Garcia) https://fedandfit.com/ (Fed + Fit) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cassyjoygarcia/?hl=en (@cassyjoygarcia) YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/FedandFit (Fed + Fit) Connect With Me: Join my FREE FAM Training: http://nourishedwithnina.com/famtraining (Prevent Pregnancy Naturally + Ditch the Pill Without Fear) http://www.calendly.com/nourishedwithnina/discovery (Free Fertility Call) https://nourished-with-nina.ck.page/b5b46324e9 (Sync Your Life & Menstrual Cycle) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nourishedwithnina/ (@nourishedwithnina) Healing Hormones is produced and published by http://crate.media/ (Crate Media). Mentioned in this episode: FAM Training Learn how to prevent pregnancy naturally and ditch birth control without fear. This training is for women who have been thinking about getting off birth control and have questions about fertility awareness method (FAM). https://healinghormones.captivate.fm/fam (Join my FREE FAM Training)

My amazing guest today, Noelle Tarr, is a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner (NTP), an NSCA-Certified Personal Trainer, author, and all-around badass. She's worked in the industry for more than seventeen years and is open to admitting she's made every mistake in the book – which is why she's so dedicated to helping others on their body and overall wellness journeys.  We talk about body image, its role in how we grow up thinking of ourselves, and what dieting culture does and (mostly) does not accomplish. We also learn about the importance of recognizing your season of life and embracing it for a more balanced sense of self – no more living in the black and white areas of life! Most importantly, Noelle teaches us that we must not judge ourselves harshly. Everything we experience is an opportunity to learn, grow, and live in joy. I hope you enjoy this inspiring convo! We Chat About: Noelle's early life and relationship with food The truth about diet culture Seasons of life  Is there such a thing as a healthy weight? Biological differences between strength training and cardio  Exercising as a mental health benefit Resources: Follow Noelle on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coconutsandkettlebells/ (@coconutsandkettlebells) https://coconutsandkettlebells.com/ (CoconutsAndKettlebells.com) https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/well-fed-women/id968365266 (Well-Fed Women Podcast) https://coconutsandkettlebells.com/category/fitness/ (Noelle's Home Workout Programs) https://coconutsandkettlebells.com/dont-want-six-pack-abs/ (Noelle's first viral blog post: Why I Don't Want 6-Pack Abs) Connect With Me: Join my FREE FAM Training: http://nourishedwithnina.com/famtraining (Prevent Pregnancy Naturally + Ditch the Pill Without Fear) http://www.calendly.com/nourishedwithnina/discovery (Free Fertility Call) https://nourished-with-nina.ck.page/b5b46324e9 (Sync Your Life & Menstrual Cycle) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nourishedwithnina/ (@nourishedwithnina) Healing Hormones is produced and published by http://crate.media/ (Crate Media). Mentioned in this episode: FAM Training Learn how to prevent pregnancy naturally and ditch birth control without fear. This training is for women who have been thinking about getting off birth control and have questions about fertility awareness method (FAM). https://healinghormones.captivate.fm/fam (Join my FREE FAM Training)

By now, you've heard of the gut biome and how critical those little bacteria are in supporting your overall wellbeing. Well, today, Dr. Mark Burhenne joins me to dive into even further detail with one specific, important, and very famous, part of our digestive system – our mouth! It's about so much more than bad breath and coffee stains, although we cover the importance of the small stuff too. The truth is that oral health is directly involved in six-to-seven out of ten major chronic diseases. How well, or poorly, we take care of our mouths, is reflected in our longevity and ability to combat illness.  In this illuminating episode, we learn how modern dentistry incorporates this information (or not), what toothpaste and mouthwash are really doing in our mouth vs. what we think they're doing, and of course – how our oral health can impact pregnancy and general fertility. Settle in for the most enjoyable trip to the dentist you've ever had! We Chat About: Dr. Mark Burhenne's background and inspirations The mouth's connection to disease and illness Microbiome: a party in your mouth  Negative effects of toothpaste and mouthwash  Oral health as it relates to pregnancy  Resources: See Mark's recommended oral products at https://askthedentist.com/shop/ (AskTheDentist.com) https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-the-dentist-with-dr-mark-burhenne/id1558349710 (Ask The Dentist podcast) Instagram: http://instagram.com/AskTheDentist (@AskTheDentist) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/askthedentist/ (Dr. Mark Burhenne, DDS) Connect With Me: Join my FREE FAM Training: http://nourishedwithnina.com/famtraining (Prevent Pregnancy Naturally + Ditch the Pill Without Fear) http://www.calendly.com/nourishedwithnina/discovery (Free Fertility Call) https://nourished-with-nina.ck.page/b5b46324e9 (Sync Your Life & Menstrual Cycle) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nourishedwithnina/ (@nourishedwithnina) Healing Hormones is produced and published by http://crate.media/ (Crate Media). Mentioned in this episode: FAM Training Learn how to prevent pregnancy naturally and ditch birth control without fear. This training is for women who have been thinking about getting off birth control and have questions about fertility awareness method (FAM). https://healinghormones.captivate.fm/fam (Join my FREE FAM Training)

Dr. Mike Belkowski is my guest today. He's a physical therapist by trade and is passionate about providing his patients with the most effective treatment techniques – most notably, he's a big proponent of red light therapy, launching BioLight in 2019. We get into the teeny tiny detail in this one – down to the cellular level! Dr. Belkowski teaches us that our mitochondria react differently to different hues of light and that they're in every single cell, producing 95% of the energy in our bodies.  Knowing that, it's easy to see why dysfunctional mitochondria are the root of many diseases. They're the engine of all our amazing bodily functions – our heath! All BioLight purchases include Dr. Belkowski's eBook with red light therapy research, background on BioLight, and – most importantly – protocols on how to use red light at home, including how long and how often to use it and where on your body, depending on what you're trying to treat. We Chat About: How Mike discovered red light therapy The details of red light therapy and how it works Why blue light can actually be good for you (just not from technology) The difference between red light therapy and infrared sauna lights How to use red light at home and what a therapy session looks like Where to get started if you're new to red light therapy Resources: https://www.biolight.shop/ (BioLight) Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/biolight/ (BioLight) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/biolight.shop (@bioight.shop) Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-red-light-report/id1558211577 (The Red Light Report) Connect With Me: Join my FREE FAM Training: http://nourishedwithnina.com/famtraining (Prevent Pregnancy Naturally + Ditch the Pill Without Fear) http://www.calendly.com/nourishedwithnina/discovery (Free Fertility Call) https://nourished-with-nina.ck.page/b5b46324e9 (Sync Your Life & Menstrual Cycle) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nourishedwithnina/ (@nourishedwithnina) Healing Hormones is produced and published by http://crate.media/ (Crate Media). Mentioned in this episode: FAM Training Learn how to prevent pregnancy naturally and ditch birth control without fear. This training is for women who have been thinking about getting off birth control and have questions about fertility awareness method (FAM). https://healinghormones.captivate.fm/fam (Join my FREE FAM Training)

Brooke Schattner was on the pill since she was 16 – nearly a decade – and today she's sharing her journey to leaving the pill behind and transitioning her way to FAM. Like so many women, Brooke got on the pill because it was just “the thing to do” in your teens. There wasn't a real reason behind it at first, and she never had a deep discussion with her parents or doctors on what the pill meant, and if it was the right choice for her body. After years of symptoms and side effects, she's decided that it's not for her. I hope Brooke's story resonates with you no matter where you are on your own hormone journey. We Chat About: The doctor's solution to side effects was always to just “try a different pill” Why we aren't taught how the pill works, even if it is the right decision Getting on or off the pill is not just about contraception, but is also a health decision Shame and worry around getting off the pill for alternative methods Resources: If you're looking to get off of the pill or need help deciding what birth control method works for you, check out my FREE FAM Training: http://nourishedwithnina.com/famtraining (Prevent Pregnancy Naturally + Ditch the Pill Without Fear) Connect With Me: https://nourished-with-nina.ck.page/b5b46324e9 (Sync Your Life & Menstrual Cycle) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nourishedwithnina/ (@nourishedwithnina) Healing Hormones is produced and published by http://crate.media/ (Crate Media). Mentioned in this episode: FAM Training Learn how to prevent pregnancy naturally and ditch birth control without fear. This training is for women who have been thinking about getting off birth control and have questions about fertility awareness method (FAM). https://healinghormones.captivate.fm/fam (Join my FREE FAM Training)

Dr. Sherri McKnight of Queen of the Thrones joins me to find the truth about castor oil, a hotly debated method for relieving inflammation and pain that goes back hundreds (even thousands!) of years. We talk about its many benefits, bust a few myths, and walk you through proper therapeutic use while highlighting the amazing easy-to-use oil packs by Queen of the Thrones. Of course – we make sure to bring it all back to fertility and hormone health, as castor oil packs can help you have less painful periods while supporting ovulation and the successful fertilization of eggs. Don't miss this super informative episode where we uncover the (somehow) still hidden secrets of castor oil! We Chat About: Judgment vs. science in holistic health Hormonal benefits of castor oil Discovery and early research of the castor bean What makes Queen of the Thrones special? Ways to use it and how often Medical benefits  Busting myths – is it messy? Unexpected uses: hello eyebrows! Resources: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31869090/ (Castor Oil on PubMed) Shop: https://www.shopqueenofthethrones.com/ (Queen of the Thrones) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/queenofthethrones/ (@queenofthethrones) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/queenofthethrones (Queen of the Thrones) TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@queenofthethrones (@queenofthethrones) YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/QueenoftheThrones (Queen of the Thrones) Connect With Me: Join my FREE FAM Training: http://nourishedwithnina.com/famtraining (Prevent Pregnancy Naturally + Ditch the Pill Without Fear) http://www.calendly.com/nourishedwithnina/discovery (Free Fertility Call) https://nourished-with-nina.ck.page/b5b46324e9 (Sync Your Life & Menstrual Cycle) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nourishedwithnina/ (@nourishedwithnina) Healing Hormones is produced and published by http://crate.media/ (Crate Media). Mentioned in this episode: FAM Training Learn how to prevent pregnancy naturally and ditch birth control without fear. This training is for women who have been thinking about getting off birth control and have questions about fertility awareness method (FAM). https://healinghormones.captivate.fm/fam (Join my FREE FAM Training)

Today I am chatting with my friend, and queen birth control expert, https://www.instagram.com/bunsinbalance/ (Kelsie Anderson) of @bunsinbalance! Kelsie is a Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner who works with women to help them navigate hormone imbalances through diet and lifestyle changes. She is particularly dedicated to educating women on how to effectively support their bodies while on birth control, when transitioning off, and/or post-birth control. Which is exactly what we are talking about in today's episode.We also have a BIG announcement for you at the end of this episode… HINT … we are bundling our courses together for a mega discount. Kelsie's Birth Control Bounce Back course, and LUNA (my fertility awareness course), are the perfect pair to guide you through your journey of transitioning off birth control and preventing pregnancy naturally. You will learn more and have a solid birth control game plan after listening to this episode! We Chat About: What we wish doctors would tell their patients about birth control What post-birth control symptoms can look like Recommendations for transitioning off the pill smoothly How to get started with balancing your hormones The Birth Control Bounce Back and LUNA Bundle Resources: https://nourished-with-nina.ck.page/edeab5d1e6 (Get on the waitlist to get access the the BCBB + LUNA Bundle)! Mentioned in this episode: FAM Training Learn how to prevent pregnancy naturally and ditch birth control without fear. This training is for women who have been thinking about getting off birth control and have questions about fertility awareness method (FAM). https://healinghormones.captivate.fm/fam (Join my FREE FAM Training)

Corinne Angelica is the sister I never had. You may find yourself listening to this and wondering “Why is Nina talking to herself?” But I haven't lost it! Today, I'm talking with Corinne, a Board Certified Holistic Nutritionist who helps women regulate their period, manage PCOS, transition off birth control, and boost fertility by targeting the root cause of their imbalances and treating it naturally with nutrition and lifestyle shifts. We align so much in our missions and messages, and yet Corinne brings her own unique spin to the world of hormone balance. If you love this show, you are going to love this interview! We Chat About: Corinne's story of finding her passion in nutrition Understanding what hormonal birth control does to your body Key steps for transitioning off of birth control Making small changes gradually Advocating for yourself at the OBGYN Resources: https://www.corinneangelicanutrition.com/ (corinneangelicanutrition.com) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/corinneangelica (@corinneangelica) Podcast: https://www.corinneangelicanutrition.com/blog (MIND Your Hormones) Connect With Me: Join my FREE FAM Training: http://nourishedwithnina.com/famtraining (Prevent Pregnancy Naturally + Ditch the Pill Without Fear) http://www.calendly.com/nourishedwithnina/discovery (Free Fertility Call) https://nourished-with-nina.ck.page/b5b46324e9 (Sync Your Life & Menstrual Cycle) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nourishedwithnina/ (@nourishedwithnina) Healing Hormones is produced and published by http://crate.media (Crate Media). Mentioned in this episode: FAM Training Learn how to prevent pregnancy naturally and ditch birth control without fear. This training is for women who have been thinking about getting off birth control and have questions about fertility awareness method (FAM). https://healinghormones.captivate.fm/fam (Join my FREE FAM Training)

PCOS is such a common diagnosis for women these days and can impact our lives in a number of ways. Still, getting a diagnosis can be stressful, leading women to wonder what they can do to support their bodies and their hormones. Dr. Danielle Desroche is a licensed naturopathic doctor specializing in PCOS, fertility, and thyroid health. Her goal is to discover and address the root cause of symptoms while also restoring the body so it can function optimally. We talk about the different kinds of PCOS women can have and which lifestyle changes we can make to support our health in these scenarios. We Chat About: Why Danielle focuses on PCOS The difference between a naturopathic doctor and conventional MD Why PCOS is so prevalent today Common symptoms of PCOS The correlation between estrogen and testosterone Lifestyle tips for different types of PCOS Advice for women trying to conceive Resources: https://www.drdanielledesroche.com/ (drdanielledesroche.com) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drdanielle.nd/ (@drdanielle.nd) TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drdanielle.nd (@drdanielle.nd) Connect With Me: Join my FREE FAM Training: http://nourishedwithnina.com/famtraining (Prevent Pregnancy Naturally + Ditch the Pill Without Fear) http://www.calendly.com/nourishedwithnina/discovery (Free Fertility Call) https://nourished-with-nina.ck.page/b5b46324e9 (Sync Your Life & Menstrual Cycle) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nourishedwithnina/ (@nourishedwithnina) Healing Hormones is produced and published by http://crate.media (Crate Media). Mentioned in this episode: FAM Training Learn how to prevent pregnancy naturally and ditch birth control without fear. This training is for women who have been thinking about getting off birth control and have questions about fertility awareness method (FAM). https://healinghormones.captivate.fm/fam (Join my FREE FAM Training)

One of the problems with synthetic hormones is how easily they can knock our body off course and tip our hormonal balance in the wrong direction. But what if you could take something natural that supports your body's ability to create hormones with a low risk of unwanted side effects or complications? That's what we talk about today with Rachelle Robinett, the founder of Supernatural, a shop and educational platform for herbal medicine.  Herbs can be used to holistically support the body, whether for hormone balance, PMS, heavy periods, sleep, digestion, and more. We get into how we can start to harvest the power of plant medicine and where you can learn more about this exciting field. We Chat About: How Supernatural got started What herbs can help support hormone balance The foundations to have in place  Herbs to support sleep How to source them Knowing which herbs to take Resources: https://www.ursupernatural.com/ (ursupernatural.com) - 15% OFF Discount Code: HEALINGHORMONES Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ursupernatural/ (@ursupernatural) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3WwUim8hyZE (How to Source Herbs) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cQdqtRX1TB8 (Herbal Bitters Recipe) http://eepurl.com/cBFkHH (Supernatural Newsletter) https://www.ursupernatural.com?aff=9 (Sign-Up for a Pharmakon course)  Connect With Me: Join my FREE FAM Training: http://nourishedwithnina.com/famtraining (Prevent Pregnancy Naturally + Ditch the Pill Without Fear) http://www.calendly.com/nourishedwithnina/discovery (Free Fertility Call) https://nourished-with-nina.ck.page/b5b46324e9 (Sync Your Life & Menstrual Cycle) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nourishedwithnina/ (@nourishedwithnina) Healing Hormones is produced and published by http://crate.media (Crate Media). Mentioned in this episode: FAM Training Learn how to prevent pregnancy naturally and ditch birth control without fear. This training is for women who have been thinking about getting off birth control and have questions about fertility awareness method (FAM). https://healinghormones.captivate.fm/fam (Join my FREE FAM Training)

Kat Kirk-Holmes is a student in my LUNA course. She is a flight attendant and doula in the Columbus area and, after five years, she's had her IUD taken out. Before that, it was the pill for about ten years. She is now managing to prevent pregnancy through the fertility awareness method (FAM). She shares her story of getting off birth control, the emotional and physical journey between starting it fifteen years ago to today, what made her decide to switch to natural methods, and her experience as a doula.  You're going to get so much out of her story no matter where you are in your hormone journey. Don't miss it! We Chat About: Kat's experience starting birth control Making the decision to quit hormonal birth control Why Kat decided to join the FAM program Becoming a doula and how it connected Kat to her own body Resources: https://www.babybirddoula.com/ (babybirddoula.com) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/baby.bird.doula/ (@baby.bird.doula) Read: https://intheflobook.com/ (In The Flo) Connect With Me: Join my FREE FAM Training: http://nourishedwithnina.com/famtraining (Prevent Pregnancy Naturally + Ditch the Pill Without Fear) http://www.calendly.com/nourishedwithnina/discovery (Free Fertility Call) https://nourished-with-nina.ck.page/b5b46324e9 (Sync Your Life & Menstrual Cycle) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nourishedwithnina/ (@nourishedwithnina) Healing Hormones is produced and published by http://crate.media (Crate Media).

I have been getting so many questions about Phexxi, the first and only hormone-free prescription birth control gel that you can control. I've done my own independent research on it, but wanted to have a conversation with someone from the company to tell us more about it. So, in this episode, we head right to the top and hear from Saundra Pelletier, CEO of Evofem Biosciences, the makers of Phexxi. She's passionate about her product and what they've created, and you'll see why. She answers all of our questions, from what Phexxi is for, how it works, and more. Important Safety Information: If you have had a history of UTIs that keep coming back or other urinary tract problems, you should not use Phexxi. Please see additional safety and PI at www.phexxi.com. We Chat About: Becoming the CEO of Evofem Biosciences Making a female-first birth control Understanding the downsides of hormonal birth control How Phexxi works Who Phexxi is and isn't for Resources: https://phexxi.com/ (phexxi.com) https://www.evofem.com/ (evofem.com) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/phexxi/ (@phexxi) Connect With Me: Join my FREE FAM Training: http://nourishedwithnina.com/famtraining (Prevent Pregnancy Naturally + Ditch the Pill Without Fear) http://www.calendly.com/nourishedwithnina/discovery (Free Fertility Call) https://nourished-with-nina.ck.page/b5b46324e9 (Sync Your Life & Menstrual Cycle) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nourishedwithnina/ (@nourishedwithnina) Healing Hormones is produced and published by http://crate.media (Crate Media). Mentioned in this episode: FAM Training Join my FREE FAM Training: Prevent Pregnancy Naturally + Ditch the Pill Without Fear https://healinghormones.captivate.fm/fam (FAM Training)

When we don't have access to products and information regarding our basic biological needs, it holds us back in a number of ways in life. Dr. Tricia Callender has 15 years of experience promoting equity, policy, and behavior change, including in her current position as Head of Diversity at Thinx Inc. She's also built, directed, and executed the Addressing Inequalities Network Alliance (AINA), the largest and most successful online consultation in the United Nations history, featuring six-thousand member participants in over one-hundred countries across Asia, Africa, Latin America, the Middle East, former Soviet Union, and the United States. We talk about period equity: what that is, why it's important, why menstruators of all kinds deserve access to period resources and products, and why this issue extends far beyond just periods. We Chat About: Dr. Tricia's background in equity What period equity means and why it's so important The current state of period education What we can do to improve education and access What the “pink tax” is and why it is inequitable Moving through the world as a menstruator How you can help support period equity Resources: https://www.shethinx.com/ (shethinx.com) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/triciacallenderphd/ (linkedin.com/in/triciacallenderphd) Connect With Me: Join my FREE FAM Training: http://nourishedwithnina.com/famtraining (Prevent Pregnancy Naturally + Ditch the Pill Without Fear) http://www.calendly.com/nourishedwithnina/discovery (Free Fertility Call) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nourishedwithnina/ (@nourishedwithnina) Healing Hormones is a production of http://crate.media (Crate Media). Mentioned in this episode: FAM Training Join my FREE FAM Training: Prevent Pregnancy Naturally + Ditch the Pill Without Fear https://healinghormones.captivate.fm/fam (FAM Training)

This week we're welcoming back Patricia Ladis, a licensed physical therapist and author of “The Wise Woman's Guide to Your Healthiest Pregnancy and Birth.” We've talked about supporting your body during pregnancy and briefly dipped into postpartum in past episodes, but there's so much left to cover in that period of life that we dive deeper into. It's never too late to work on the foundations of your body, and it is so important to get this right.  We Chat About: Postpartum recovery journeys Giving yourself the time and rest to heal Building up your foundation Exercises to support your posture Resources: https://www.patricialadis.com/ (patricialadis.com) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/patricialadis/?hl=en (@patricialadis) Read:https://www.patricialadis.com/wise-woman-s-guide ( “The Wise Woman's Guide to Your Healthiest Pregnancy and Birth”) https://www.patricialadis.com/budhagirl (BuDhaGirl Wise Woman Bangle Set) https://nourishedwithnina.com/pod/73/ (Supporting a Healthy Pregnancy, Birth, and Postpartum with Patricia Ladis) Connect With Me: Join my FREE FAM Training: http://nourishedwithnina.com/famtraining (Prevent Pregnancy Naturally + Ditch the Pill Without Fear) http://www.calendly.com/nourishedwithnina/discovery (Free Fertility Call) https://nourished-with-nina.ck.page/b5b46324e9 (Sync Your Life & Menstrual Cycle) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nourishedwithnina/ (@nourishedwithnina) Healing Hormones is a production of http://crate.media/ (Crate Media) Mentioned in this episode: FAM Training Join my FREE FAM Training: Prevent Pregnancy Naturally + Ditch the Pill Without Fear https://healinghormones.captivate.fm/fam (FAM Training)

Alex Redmond is the CEO of Biz Fit Academy, an online fitness coaching company aimed at helping busy, ambitious women achieve their fitness goals in a healthy, sustainable way. When she noticed some physical changes going on after quitting birth control, she suspected her hormones were out of balance. We dive into how she found out what was happening, what changes she made to her diet and lifestyle to improve them, and how she's learning to cope with those changes. We Chat About: When Alex first started thinking about her hormone health Making changes to improve hormone health Working out to support your hormones How to embrace making lifestyle changes for the better Resources: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexandra_redmond (@alexandra_redmond) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bizfitacademy/ (@bizfitacademy) Connect With Me: Join my FREE FAM Training: http://nourishedwithnina.com/famtraining (Prevent Pregnancy Naturally + Ditch the Pill Without Fear) http://www.calendly.com/nourishedwithnina/discovery (Free Fertility Call) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nourishedwithnina/ (@nourishedwithnina) Healing Hormones is a production of http://crate.media (Crate Media) Mentioned in this episode: FAM Training Join my FREE FAM Training: Prevent Pregnancy Naturally + Ditch the Pill Without Fear https://healinghormones.captivate.fm/fam (FAM Training)

As I approach a year postpartum and adjust to life after endometriosis surgery, I've been noticing shifts happening in my diet and my life. Pregnancy affects everyone in different ways, but one thing is always the case: Your hormone levels soar. For some that feels amazing, but for others, it can create a lot of issues. And any sudden change to our hormones is going to put stress on the liver. On top of that there's all the medication you may be taking that, while it can be necessary at the time, takes a toll on our health in other ways. I'm going to share some of the ways you can support your liver and gut health to keep your hormones balanced and happy. We Chat About: The importance of a healthy liver Signs that your liver needs some love Getting your gut health in check The two phases of liver detox Foods to support your liver Minerals and herbs you can take Other tips for liver health Resources: http://nourishedwithnina.com/hormonecoaching (nourishedwithnina.com/hormonecoaching) Connect With Me: Join my FREE FAM Training: http://nourishedwithnina.com/famtraining (Prevent Pregnancy Naturally + Ditch the Pill Without Fear) http://www.calendly.com/nourishedwithnina/discovery (Free Fertility Call) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nourishedwithnina/ (@nourishedwithnina) Healing Hormones is a production of http://crate.media (Crate Media) Mentioned in this episode: FAM Training Join my FREE FAM Training: Prevent Pregnancy Naturally + Ditch the Pill Without Fear https://healinghormones.captivate.fm/fam (FAM Training) FAM Training Join my FREE FAM Training: Prevent Pregnancy Naturally + Ditch the Pill Without Fear https://healinghormones.captivate.fm/fam (FAM Training)

Anastasia Gentry is an Etsy shop owner, passive income preacher, and single mom of one four-year-old with another little one on the way. She helps busy moms (or any other boss babes) build and launch their passive income Etsy business in just one weekend. She left her soul-sucking 9-to-5 job to start a photography business, but when her first son was born, her priorities completely changed. She wanted to find a way to keep making money while spending less time actively working in her business.  In this episode, she talks about her entrepreneurial journey, explains how she started making passive income on Etsy, and advocates hard for being a working mom while not having to feel guilty about it. We Chat About: Continuing to make money as a mom while working less Putting your personality into everything you do Finding creative outputs outside your 9-to-5 Why MLMs are so controversial – and why that shouldn't stop you Taking maternity leave when you're self-employed Resources: https://anastasiastemplates.com/ (anastasiastemplates.com) https://nourishedwithnina--anastasiagentry.thrivecart.com/passive-potential-course-webinar/ (Passive Potential Course) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anastasiastemplates (@anastasiastemplates) Connect With Me: Join my FREE FAM Training: http://nourishedwithnina.com/famtraining (Prevent Pregnancy Naturally + Ditch the Pill Without Fear) http://www.calendly.com/nourishedwithnina/discovery (Free Fertility Call) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nourishedwithnina/ (@nourishedwithnina) Healing Hormones is a production of http://crate.media (Crate Media) Mentioned in this episode: FAM Training Join my FREE FAM Training: Prevent Pregnancy Naturally + Ditch the Pill Without Fear https://healinghormones.captivate.fm/fam (FAM Training)

If you're thinking about making a change in your life, it can be so helpful to hear what others have gone through making that same change. I've decided to start this new series where I highlight women sharing their stories of coming off of birth control and starting the fertility awareness method (FAM) so you can hear firsthand what it's like. We talk about when hormonal birth control makes sense and when it's time to explore other options, making the transition, and how FAM affects all areas of her life. When it comes to making that decision yourself, if you'd like to learn more about the fertility awareness method join my free training, http://nourishedwithnina.com/famtraining (Prevent Pregnancy Naturally + Ditch the Pill Without Fear). We Chat About: Why Courtney began taking birth control The baggage that came along with hormonal birth control Dealing with post-pill amenorrhea Making the decision to learn fertility awareness method How learning FAM has changed Courtney's relationship Connect With Me: Join my FREE FAM Training: http://nourishedwithnina.com/famtraining (Prevent Pregnancy Naturally + Ditch the Pill Without Fear) http://www.calendly.com/nourishedwithnina/discovery (Free Fertility Call) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nourishedwithnina/ (@nourishedwithnina) Healing Hormones is a production of http://crate.media (Crate Media)

Dr. Jenna Hua is the founder and CEO of Million Marker, a health tech startup that provides on-demand body toxicity tests and gives personalized product and diet recommendations based on your results to improve your chance of conception. Dr. Hua is passionate about the environment, public health, and all things food.  In this conversation, we zoom in on environmental toxins, how they act as unseen hormone disruptors, and the ways you can start making small changes in your lifestyle to get clean and toxin-free. We Chat About: How Dr. Hua decided to start Million Marker Where to start with introducing clean products in your home The invisible hormone-disrupting chemicals we are exposed to What we can do to support our hormone health Making changes without adding stress How Million Marker can help you make lifestyle changes Resources: Learn more: https://www.millionmarker.com/ (millionmarker.com) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/million_marker/ (@million_marker) Connect With Me: Join my FREE FAM Training: http://nourishedwithnina.com/famtraining (Prevent Pregnancy Naturally + Ditch the Pill Without Fear) http://www.calendly.com/nourishedwithnina/discovery (Free Fertility Call) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nourishedwithnina/ (@nourishedwithnina) Healing Hormones is a production of http://crate.media (Crate Media)

Your OBGYN is supposed to be your ally when it comes to your health. Yet, for so many, we leave the gynecologist's office feeling confused, frazzled, and overlooked. Maybe you're feeling pressured to choose a pharmaceutical birth control when you really wanted to go with the fertility awareness method. Maybe it feels like your doctor doesn't have confidence in your personal decisions or understanding of the situation. Whatever it is, in this episode, I share four tips to help you feel more confident and prepared to advocate for yourself and your reproductive health the next time you step foot into your OBGYN's office. We Chat About: Why talking to your OBGYN can feel overwhelming Things to keep in mind about your gynecologist's training Taking your time to make your decision Doing your research before your OBGYN visit Taking time to sit with your thoughts Connect With Me: Join my FREE FAM Training: http://nourishedwithnina.com/famtraining (Prevent Pregnancy Naturally + Ditch the Pill Without Fear) http://www.calendly.com/nourishedwithnina/discovery (Free Fertility Call) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nourishedwithnina/ (@nourishedwithnina) Healing Hormones is a production of http://crate.media (Crate Media)

We're revisiting one of our most popular episodes with Jessica Victoria, where we had an amazing conversation about learning how to honor and trust your natural cycle. Jessica Victoria has such a similar philosophy to me when it comes to women's hormone health and fertility. She is a holistic nutrition practitioner and women's health and hormones coach, and like many people that get into the field, her interest in hormone health started with her own health issues and realizing the potential side effects of birth control. When she quit taking birth control, she developed post-pill amenorrhea and didn't start having her period for over two years. She began to document her journey on Instagram, including her pregnancy, and the rest is history.  We touch on several topics, including syncing your habits to your cycle, why she doesn't do diet plans, and not following strict rules. It always comes back to tuning into and listening to the body. Overly specific rules can do more harm than good. The best course of action is to take in what information you can, try it for yourself, and see what feels good to you and gets you the results you're looking for. We Chat About: Helping women understand their bodies Syncing to the different phases of your cycle Not believing in food rules Getting your fertility on track The importance of keeping stress levels down Not following prescriptive advice The danger of labeling yourself Resources: https://www.jvictoriahealth.com (jvictoriahealth.com) Instagram: http://instagram.com/jvictoriahealth (@jvictoriahealth) Connect With Me: Join my FREE FAM Training: http://nourishedwithnina.com/famtraining (Prevent Pregnancy Naturally + Ditch the Pill Without Fear) http://www.calendly.com/nourishedwithnina/discovery (Free Fertility Call) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nourishedwithnina/ (@nourishedwithnina) Healing Hormones is a production of http://crate.media (Crate Media) Mentioned in this episode: FAM Training Join my FREE FAM Training: Prevent Pregnancy Naturally + Ditch the Pill Without Fear https://healinghormones.captivate.fm/fam (FAM Training)

Hannah Matluck is a previous private client of mine, and she's been a trusted voice in the health, wellness, and hormone space as a health coach and hosts her own podcast, The V Hive. She has a unique perspective on fertility awareness method (FAM) and she's still discovering how little we are taught about our bodies growing up.  She shares the story of how she transitioned off of birth control, as well as her experience with FAM so far, her initial fears and what she thinks of them now, how FAM has impacted her sex life, and how what she's learned will serve her throughout the phases of her life. If you have questions about fertility awareness or just want to know more about how it feels to practice it, this is the conversation for you. We Chat About: Why Hannah entered the wellness space What it's like making the transition from birth control to FAM Typical FAM fears How you can use FAM to prevent or support pregnancy Resources: https://www.thevhive.com/ (thevhive.com) Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/hannahmatluck/ ( @hannahmatluck) Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/thevhive/ ( @thevhive) Email: hannah@thevhive.com https://nourishedwithnina.com/pod/84/ (Navigating Pelvic Pain + Hormone Imbalance with Hannah Matluck) Connect With Me: Join my FREE FAM Training: https://nourished-with-nina.ck.page/215fa1346c (Prevent Pregnancy Naturally + Ditch the Pill Without Fear) http://www.calendly.com/nourishedwithnina/discovery (Free Fertility Call) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nourishedwithnina/ (@nourishedwithnina) Healing Hormones is a production of http://crate.media (Crate Media) Mentioned in this episode: FAM Training Join my FREE FAM Training: Prevent Pregnancy Naturally + Ditch the Pill Without Fear https://healinghormones.captivate.fm/fam (FAM Training)

Kelsey Aida is a next-generation thought leader who's helped hundreds of thousands of people own their power and win at life through her inspirational blog. She's the author of https://kelseyaida.com/amazon-or-barnes-and-noble (#ActuallyICan), a book all about mastering the art of self-affirmation to bring about incredible results. Her latest book, https://bit.ly/3H6s8v8 (Letters to the Universe), is a guide to helping you figure out what you want in life and, more importantly, how to ask the universe for it in a way that truly manifests your goals. Of course, we also discuss how you can apply the principles of manifestation to your hormone and fertility goals. We Chat About: Kelsey's background in manifestation Kelsey's Radical Self-Love Retreat The non-woo woo explanation of manifestation How writing letters to the universe works How to feel and get what you want Using manifestation to get off birth control or conceive Resources: https://kelseyaida.com/ (kelseyaida.com) Read: https://bit.ly/3H6s8v8 (Letters to the Universe) Read: https://kelseyaida.com/amazon-or-barnes-and-noble (#ActuallyICan) Listen: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/high-vibin-it/id1467828055 (High Vibin' It) https://kelseyaida.com/retreat (Radical Self-Love Retreat) Connect With Me: http://www.calendly.com/nourishedwithnina/discovery (Free Fertility Call) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nourishedwithnina/ (@nourishedwithnina) https://healinghormones.captivate.fm/fam (FAM Training) Healing Hormones is a production of http://crate.media (Crate Media) Mentioned in this episode: FAM Training Join my FREE FAM Training: Prevent Pregnancy Naturally + Ditch the Pill Without Fear https://healinghormones.captivate.fm/fam (FAM Training)

This week we're talking all about endometriosis! Cindy Dabrowska struggled with it in her own life for years. After deciding enough was enough, she began trying everything she could to lessen her symptoms and get her endo under control. She found that making a series of diet and lifestyle changes worked wonders for her health and happiness, and then went to nutrition school to become a registered dietitian. She shares her story and talks all about the different approaches to living with and managing endometriosis as well as the diet and lifestyle changes to consider that could help with some of the negative symptoms. We Chat About: Cindy's endometriosis story How endometriosis affects our bodies The downsides of restriction Diets to support endometriosis The importance of consistency Lifestyle tips for endometriosis Resources: https://endometriosisdietitian.ca/ (endometriosisdietitian.ca) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/endo.fertility.dietitian/ (@endo.fertility.dietitian) Connect With Me: Join my FREE FAM Training: https://nourished-with-nina.ck.page/215fa1346c (Prevent Pregnancy Naturally + Ditch the Pill Without Fear) http://www.calendly.com/nourishedwithnina/discovery (Free Fertility Call) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nourishedwithnina/ (@nourishedwithnina) Healing Hormones is a production of http://crate.media (Crate Media)

Isabel Aagaard is the co-founder and designer at LastObject, a reusable products company on a mission to make zero waste the standard. They make several impressive products, but we're going to be focusing mostly on LastPad, a reusable menstrual pad that recently raised $384,972 on KickStarter. We talk all about Isabel's work and the inspiration behind creating durable, reusable products – and, of course, how a reusable menstrual pad actually works! We Chat About: What inspired LastObject How to make disposable products reusable Where the idea for reusable pads came up How LastPad works and the benefits of a reusable menstrual pad Resources: https://lastobject.com/ (lastobject.com) https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/193289139/lastpad-not-just-another-reusable-menstrual-pad (LastPad KickStarter) Connect With Me: Join my two free webinars: https://nourished-with-nina.ck.page/3cb8cdf71c (FAM for Birth Control) https://nourished-with-nina.ck.page/54964b5693 (FAM for Conception) https://www.tryinteract.com/share/quiz/6140e70afe8bbd00189a6081 (Is FAM Right For You? Free Quiz)! https://www.nourishedwithnina.com/private-hormone-coaching (Private Hormone and FAM Coaching) https://calendly.com/nourishedwithnina/private-reiki-session (Book a Reiki Session) Let's be friends on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nourishedwithnina/ (@nourishedwithnina) Healing Hormones is a production of http://crate.media (Crate Media)

Jamie Mendell is a life coach and business mentor who helps women transcend their inner blocks on their way to stepping up to juicy next-level versions of themselves, their businesses, and their lives. But in this conversation, we're setting aside business to talk about fertility. She went through her own journey trying to conceive and is currently twenty-six weeks pregnant. We talk about her fertility struggles, openly and honestly, and her experience with In vitro fertilization, as we normalize conversations like these and share information about things so many women go through. We Chat About: Letting your business evolve as you do Jamie's fertility and pregnancy story Troubleshooting roadblocks with fertility Taking a more relaxed approach to medicine The benefits of IVF Resources: https://jamiemendell.com/ (jamiemendell.com) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamieamendell/ (@jamieamendell) Community Fertility Chat: https://jamiemendell.com/fertilitychat/ (jamiemendell.com/fertilitychat) Join a free class at the Institute of Integrative Health https://geti.in/3oZFBOt (here) and tell them Nina sent you to get 30% off a full enrollment! Connect With Me: Join my two free webinars: https://nourished-with-nina.ck.page/3cb8cdf71c (FAM for Birth Control) https://nourished-with-nina.ck.page/54964b5693 (FAM for Conception) https://www.tryinteract.com/share/quiz/6140e70afe8bbd00189a6081 (Is FAM Right For You? Free Quiz)! https://www.nourishedwithnina.com/private-hormone-coaching (Private Hormone and FAM Coaching) https://calendly.com/nourishedwithnina/private-reiki-session (Book a Reiki Session) Let's be friends on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nourishedwithnina/ (@nourishedwithnina) Healing Hormones is a production of http://crate.media (Crate Media)

Kate Van Horn is an intuitive tarot reader and psychic. We have all had a wild past few years, so I thought it would be a good idea to give ourselves a taste of what's to come. Kate is the perfect person to help us sink into our own intuitive guidance. She goes into an energy reading for the first six months of 2022, helping us realize what to expect so that we can take full advantage of what the universe has to offer. Give yourself some time to sink into this, get comfortable, and apply it to your own life and your own intuition. We Chat About: The practices that Kate offers and how she got started Getting started with tarot When tarot may or may not be the modality for you Reading the energy of the next six months How to apply this reading in your life Resources: https://www.katevanhorn.com/ (katevanhorn.com) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kate.van.horn/ (@kate.van.horn) Connect With Me: Join my two free trainings: https://nourished-with-nina.ck.page/3cb8cdf71c (FAM for Birth Control) https://nourished-with-nina.ck.page/54964b5693 (FAM for Conception) https://www.tryinteract.com/share/quiz/6140e70afe8bbd00189a6081 (Is FAM Right For You? Free Quiz)! https://www.nourishedwithnina.com/private-hormone-coaching (Private Hormone and FAM Coaching) Let's be friends on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nourishedwithnina/ (@nourishedwithnina) Healing Hormones is a production of http://crate.media (Crate Media)

Let's talk about vaginas! If you listen to this podcast, there's a pretty good chance you have one. To help us go into detail and bust the myths you have heard growing up, I'm joined by Dr. Nicole Williams. She's a board certified gynecologist, hormone specialist, and the author of https://bookshop.org/books/this-is-how-you-vagina-all-about-your-vajayjay-and-why-you-probably-shouldn-t-call-it-that/9781626348783 (“This is How You Vagina.”) We talk all about what your vagina should look like, smell like, the hair situation, and the attraction between you and your partner. And don't miss the three secrets to having a healthy vagina. We Chat About: Why sex education is so poor in the US What your vagina is supposed to smell like Thoughts on period panties Debunking vaginal myths Managing your hair down there Birth control options and considerations with them Three things your vagina really needs Resources: https://www.thisishowyouvagina.com/ (thisishowyouvagina.com) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drnicolelife (@drnicolelife) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicole-e-williams-md-facog-facs-7645239 (linkedin.com/in/nicole-e-williams-md-facog-facs-7645239) Read: https://bookshop.org/books/this-is-how-you-vagina-all-about-your-vajayjay-and-why-you-probably-shouldn-t-call-it-that/9781626348783 (“This is How You Vagina”) Visit http://tempdrop.com (tempdrop.com) and use code NINA12 for 12% off your purchase Connect With Me: Join my two free webinars: https://nourished-with-nina.ck.page/3cb8cdf71c (FAM for Birth Control) https://nourished-with-nina.ck.page/54964b5693 (FAM for Conception) https://www.tryinteract.com/share/quiz/6140e70afe8bbd00189a6081 (Is FAM Right For You? Free Quiz)! https://www.nourishedwithnina.com/private-hormone-coaching (Private Hormone and FAM Coaching) https://calendly.com/nourishedwithnina/private-reiki-session (Book a Reiki Session) Let's be friends on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nourishedwithnina/ (@nourishedwithnina) Healing Hormones is a production of http://crate.media (Crate Media)

One of the most requested topics I get is transitioning off of birth control and the IUD. So many people have questions about the pill and what it's doing to the body. In order to get the full picture on the topic, I've brought in an expert on the subject, Kaely McDevitt. She's a registered dietitian specializing in women's health, and she owns a virtual practice where she and her team help clients overcome digestive issues through personalized nutrition.  There's so much we aren't taught about our own health, so we're digging into this together to discuss the importance of our gut, liver health, inflammation, and other important things to get you armed to make the best decisions possible for you. We Chat About: Kaely's health journey The nutrient depletions caused by the pill Creating a plan for transitioning off birth control Recommended first steps The copper IUD and other alternative birth control methods Dietary considerations and what people should look out for Resources: https://www.kaelyrd.com/ (kaelyrd.com) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kaelyrd/ (@kaelyrd) Visit http://tempdrop.com (tempdrop.com) and use code NINA12 for 12% off your purchase Connect With Me: Join my two free webinars: https://nourished-with-nina.ck.page/3cb8cdf71c (FAM for Birth Control) https://nourished-with-nina.ck.page/54964b5693 (FAM for Conception) https://www.tryinteract.com/share/quiz/6140e70afe8bbd00189a6081 (Is FAM Right For You? Free Quiz)! https://www.nourishedwithnina.com/private-hormone-coaching (Private Hormone and FAM Coaching) https://calendly.com/nourishedwithnina/private-reiki-session (Book a Reiki Session) Let's be friends on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nourishedwithnina/ (@nourishedwithnina) Healing Hormones is a production of http://crate.media (Crate Media)

The choice to get off of hormonal birth control or IUD is a big one, and with it can come a lot of fear. The fear of not wanting to get pregnant, or how your body will react, or any number of other concerns. But for whatever reason, you've decided to try a new method, and if fertility awareness method is the one for you, then it's time to start addressing some of the concerns that may be coming up for you regarding that switch. We Chat About: Why you might be afraid to try FAM The difference between FAM and the calendar method Supporting period symptoms off birth control Where to start learning Resources: Visit http://tempdrop.com (tempdrop.com) and use code NINA12 for 12% off your purchase Connect With Me: Join my two free webinars: https://nourished-with-nina.ck.page/3cb8cdf71c (FAM for Birth Control) https://nourished-with-nina.ck.page/54964b5693 (FAM for Conception) https://www.tryinteract.com/share/quiz/6140e70afe8bbd00189a6081 (Is FAM Right For You? Free Quiz)! Course + Membership:  https://nourishedwithnina.com/luna-reclaim-your-cycle/ (LUNA: Reclaim Your Cycle) - Get $25 off with the code PODCAST Let's be friends on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nourishedwithnina/ (@nourishedwithnina) Healing Hormones is a production of http://crate.media (Crate Media)

While many of our past guests have had PCOS (polycystic ovary syndrome) as a part of their story, we haven't dedicated an entire episode to it, yet. PCOS is way more common than we think, and there are so many women out there struggling with this form of hormonal imbalance. Luckily, Melissa Groves Azzaro is the perfect expert to talk us through it. She's a registered, licensed, and integrative dietitian who helps busy women with hormonal imbalances regain their periods and get pregnant naturally. We dig into PCOS and chat about how to get to the root of symptoms, as well as what practical things you can start doing today to feel better and get your fertility back on track. We Chat About: Taking a non-restrictive approach to PCOS Melissa's hormone balance journey The common symptoms of PCOS Nutritional tips for tackling PCOS Finding non-toxic products to use Strategies for gut health Resources: https://thehormonedietitian.com/ (thehormonedietitian.com) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.hormone.dietitian/ (@the.hormone.dietitian) Read: https://thehormonedietitian.com/book/ ("A Balanced Approach to PCOS") Listen to: https://thehormonedietitian.com/podcast/ (Hormonally Yours) Sponsors: Visit http://tempdrop.com/ (tempdrop.com) and use code NINA12 for 12% off your first purchase Connect With Me: Join my two free webinars: https://nourished-with-nina.ck.page/3cb8cdf71c (FAM for Birth Control) https://nourished-with-nina.ck.page/54964b5693 (FAM for Conception) https://www.tryinteract.com/share/quiz/6140e70afe8bbd00189a6081 (Is FAM Right For You? Free Quiz)! Course + Membership:  https://nourishedwithnina.com/luna-reclaim-your-cycle/ (LUNA: Reclaim Your Cycle) - Get $25 off with the code PODCAST Let's be friends on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nourishedwithnina/ (@nourishedwithnina) Healing Hormones is a production of http://crate.media/ (Crate Media)

Read Your Body is my absolute favorite app for using the Fertility Awareness Method – I use it myself, as well as recommend it to all of my charters and clients. To talk more about this amazing resource, Laura Robson joins us to dive deep into the app. She's a cycle charter, certified fertility awareness educator, and the facilitator of the Body Literacy Collective, the non-profit organization behind the Read Your Body app. She's the best person to talk to on why this app is so powerful and what it can do. She's passionate about equipping people with the tools to understand their bodies and their menstrual health, so her values align perfectly with our show as well. We Chat About: The creation and founding of Read Your Body The features available within Read Your Body How to use the app Why Read Your Body is amazing for FAM Other resources to learn more about FAM Resources: Learn more: https://www.readyourbody.info/ (readyourbody.info) Instagram: http://instagram.com/read.your.body (@read.your.body) Read: https://replyobgyn.com/store/product/sensiplan-the-handbook/ (Natural & Safe: The Sensiplan Handbook) https://fertilityawarenessproject.ca/ (fertilityawarenessproject.ca) Find an educator: https://faeducators.directory/ (faeducators.directory) Sponsors: https://www.movementunmeasured.com?ref=ninaboyce1 (Get a 7-day free trial for UNMEASURED Barre Membership) Connect With Me: Join my two free webinars: https://nourished-with-nina.ck.page/3cb8cdf71c (FAM for Birth Control) https://nourished-with-nina.ck.page/54964b5693 (FAM for Conception) https://www.tryinteract.com/share/quiz/6140e70afe8bbd00189a6081 (Is FAM Right For You? Free Quiz)! Course + Membership:  https://nourishedwithnina.com/luna-reclaim-your-cycle/ (LUNA: Reclaim Your Cycle) - Get $25 off with the code PODCAST Let's be friends on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nourishedwithnina/ (@nourishedwithnina) Healing Hormones is a production of http://crate.media (Crate Media)

Regan Walsh is a life coach and best-selling author of http://heartboss.com (Heart Boss). The stories she tells carry lessons that all of us can resonate with and find value in. As the VP of Programming at Renegade Accelerator, she focuses on helping women who are over-programmed and underwhelmed to reclaim their lives – both personally and professionally. We're all running on this hamster wheel but we aren't sure what we're doing or why we feel so dissatisfied. Regan helps us get to the root of why that is, and more importantly, what we can do about it. We Chat About: How to listen to what we want to do Regan's burnout story Taking steps towards a new life Having grace for yourself as a parent Shutting out the “head trash” Resources: https://reganwalsh.com/ (reganwalsh.com) Read http://heartboss.com (Heart Boss) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/regan_walsh/ (@regan_walsh) | https://www.instagram.com/therenegadewomen/ (@therenegadewomen) Sponsors: https://www.movementunmeasured.com?ref=ninaboyce1 (Get a 7-day free trial for UNMEASURED Barre Membership) Connect With Me: Join my two free webinars: https://nourished-with-nina.ck.page/3cb8cdf71c (FAM for Birth Control) https://nourished-with-nina.ck.page/54964b5693 (FAM for Conception) https://www.tryinteract.com/share/quiz/6140e70afe8bbd00189a6081 (Is FAM Right For You? Free Quiz)! Course + Membership:  https://nourishedwithnina.com/luna-reclaim-your-cycle/ (LUNA: Reclaim Your Cycle) - Get $25 off with the code PODCAST Let's be friends on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nourishedwithnina/ (@nourishedwithnina) Healing Hormones is a production of http://crate.media (Crate Media)

Today's episode is very near and dear to my heart because I am speaking with my personal therapist, Tiffani Rose-Wilhelm. She is an independently certified social worker, lactation counselor, and certified perinatal mental health coach. She has been an incredible part of my postpartum journey. There are many women out there who are willing to open up about mental health, and it's so important that we do! Tiffani shares what women should look out for when it comes to anxiety, depression, or just not feeling like yourself. Whether that's you, someone you know, or you just want to be prepared for anything – this is the episode for you. We Chat About: What new and expecting mothers can do to gain awareness around postpartum depression + anxiety Dealing with shame around the postpartum period How to disrupt intrusive thoughts Fighting the stigma around medication The importance of being flexible about your birthing journey Having hope through the pregnancy and postpartum period Resources to help with postpartum Episode Resources: https://www.therapywithtiffani.com/ (therapywithtiffani.com) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapywithtiffani (@therapywithtiffani) Listen: https://drkaeni.com/podcast/ (Mom & Mind Podcast) https://www.postpartum.net/ (Postpartum Support International) https://mhaohio.org/get-help/maternal-mental-health/ (POEM) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/postpartumstress/?hl=en (@postpartumstress) Read: https://www.amazon.com/Good-Moms-Have-Scary-Thoughts/dp/1641701307 (Good Moms Have Scary Thoughts) Sponsors: https://www.movementunmeasured.com?ref=ninaboyce1 (Get a 7-day free trial for UNMEASURED Barre Membership) Connect With Me: FREE Fertility Awareness Trainings: https://nourished-with-nina.ck.page/3cb8cdf71c (FAM for Birth Control) https://nourished-with-nina.ck.page/54964b5693 (FAM for Conception) https://www.tryinteract.com/share/quiz/6140e70afe8bbd00189a6081 (Is FAM Right For You? Take the quiz!) Let's be friends on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nourishedwithnina/ (@nourishedwithnina) Healing Hormones is a production of http://crate.media (Crate Media)